Honest moments.
Timeless beauty.
Sara Atteby – Documentary Wedding Photographer based in Ottawa.
If you want to be fully present on your wedding day, not curating moments but living them, then you need a photographer you can trust to see it all, feel it all, and document it with care and honesty. This event will be a collision of past and future, a snapshot of who you’ve been and who you’re becoming. Sara is a seasoned photographer who doesn’t flinch from the truth – the tears, the joy, the unscripted chaos. She will capture not just moments, but the silent narratives that unfold within them. Your story.
About Your Photographer.
In the German language, a photographer doesn’t take a photo, they make one. This distinction defines how I work. I’ve spent my life learning that the most powerful stories are told through empathy and observation, not through industry scripts or passing trends. I sit somewhat on the edge of the wedding industry, committed instead to the craft of honest photography.
My goal is to collaborate with you to make something genuine — a lasting reference to your unique history. This approach has earned me the number one wedding photographer ranking in Ottawa by the WPJA, an organization judged by world-class photojournalists and news editors.
Originally from Australia, my journey took me through Germany, Belgium, and the UK, where I assisted street photography legends and documented stories before setting down roots in Canada in 2022 with my husband and three children. Whether I’m documenting a wedding or out walking the dog, my eye is always searching for the fleeting and the authentic.
I can’t wait to help tell your story. Here is a little more of mine…
“…The perspective of her photos as a documentary photographer make it seem like our photos were taken by a guest in the middle of the action, and the results are beautiful…”
Michael + Guillaume
Your Unique Story.
As your photographer, I will be discreet, professional, and compassionate. I want you to celebrate as you are, without spending time doing anything that feels unnatural. My approach is candid and genuine so that you will have beautiful, honest images to cherish for a lifetime.
Professional
I’ve lived and breathed Photography since childhood, studied photography and visual arts at University, and have over 20 years of professional experience.
Detail Oriented
From the moment we meet, to shooting the subtle glances and grand gestures, to editing your images. I’m meticulous at every stage.
Discreet
Unobtrusive and discreet. I will be like a regular guest, putting you at ease while capturing the story of your day. Ottawa Wedding Photographer Sara.
Investment & Coverage.
You’ve seen something in my work that resonates. Now let’s focus on the logistics. Whether you need full-day documentary coverage or a shorter, tailored session, every wedding is unique. I am happy to design a custom package that fits your specific vision.
Documentary coverage for 6 hours starts at $2,400 + HST.
Kim + Matthew
Helen + Ryland
Carolina + Jake
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Captured our camp-style wedding perfectly! We absolutely loved the mix of candid moments and beautiful film photography—such a special way to remember the day. Couldn’t be happier with the photos!
Eric + Alex
Jane + Gary
